24-25 SY - Dedicated Aide - Girls Global Academy

Girls Global Academy is a community of dedicated innovators who believe girls matter. Through our daily work, we are committed to actions that equip the next generation of leaders to navigate the world with confidence and compassion to succeed in any path they may choose. Our approach to education will allow girls to develop strong voices that inspire change.

Because you matter - this is who we are looking for:

• You are highly qualified and mission oriented
• You are passionate about all girls’ high school education
• You are flexible and adaptable to change and excited about working in a start-up school environment
• You are a self-starter, problem solver and have a growth mindset
• You are committed to assisting the school becoming Tier 1

If you meet these ideals - we want to speak with you about joining our team!

About Dedicated Aide

The Dedicated Aide is an import part of the student success and special education team. Each Dedicated Aide is an integral member of the GGA instructional team who will be responsible for supporting special education students with personalized and focused supports. This role reports to the Special Education Coordinator and will work closely with teachers to support one or more students.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree preferred but not required.
• Have a minimum of three years of work in a school environment.
• Background knowledge with IEPs and special education students preferred.
• Demonstrate an advanced understanding of instructional strategies for students with disabilities.
• Ensure Student Access & Success
• Build Relationships & Collaborate
• Collect, Analyze, & Respond to Data
• Follow your student’s/your schedule plus, department meetings, schoolwide meetings. 
• Model and reinforce our Special Population belief

About Our School 

Girls Global Academy (GGA) is an all-girls public charter high school in Washington, DC. Our school’s program has three primary focuses:  

1. International Baccalaureate academics, combined with distinctive engineering and business pathways;
2. A school culture that values all learners by working daily to fulfill the four promises of sisterhood, scholarship, service and safety;
3. Service learning projects that extend rigorous academics to provide experiences outside the classroom.

Our Commitments to Staff: 

• Personalized professional development tailored to your needs as an educator 
• Support and coaching from an experienced leadership team
• A seat at the table where you are a decision maker in an equitable and inclusive environment
• Work-life rhythm where you are encouraged to make self care a priority

How to Apply  

Please submit your application to our online jobs portal.  All applicants will have to pass a background check. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. No phone calls, please.